Finding aid encoded by Stephanie Tulley using the OhioLINK EAD Application in 2011

Origination:

Ian Brabner (Bookseller)

Extent:

.16 cubic feet (slim document case)

Physical Location:

11th floor

Finding Aid Identifier:

OhKeUSC0130

Abstract:

A varied collection of forty-four American Civil War-era patriotic envelopes dating from 1861-1865. Each envelope is adorned with artwork, often depicting the political and cultural turmoil of the time.

Language(s):

The records are in English

Scope and Content

This collection consists of forty-five American Civil War patriotic envelopes dating from 1861-1865. The artwork on the envelopes covers a variety of subjects, ranging from caricatures of famous political figures to flags and patriotic poems.

Statement of Arrangement

The envelopes in this collection are arranged alphabetically by title.

Preferred Citation

United States Civil War patriotic envelopes collection. Kent State University Libraries. Special Collections and Archives.

Acquisition Information

This collection was purchased from Ian Brabner, Bookseller, Wilmington, Delaware, who also compiled the collection.

Subject HeadingsThe following subjects are found in this collection:

Subjects:

Covers (Philately)--United States--History--19th century

Covers (Philately)--Confederate States of America

Symbolism in politics--United States--History--19th century

Symbolism in politics--Confederate States of America

Popular culture--United States--History--19th century

Popular culture--Confederate States of America

United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Postal service

United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Pictorial works

Postal service--United States--History--19th century

Postal service--Confederate States of America

Functions:

Propaganda

Material Types:

Patriotic envelopes

Caricatures

Cartoons

Envelopes

Prints

National emblems

Detailed Description of the Collection

This collection of forty-four envelopes from the Civil War-era demonstrates political, social, and economic issues of the time. The subjects of the envelopes are varied, ranging from depictions of famous individuals, to the issues of slavery, secession, and traitors.

The titles given to each envelope reflect the captions listed on the envelope, unless otherwise noted.

Box 1 / Folder 1

Extended description of the collection by Ian Brabner (Bookseller), undated

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